Friday, November 23, 2012

The most effective exfoliating fruits

1. Blueberries

Blueberries have an antioxidant effects, but you can use them as an exfoliant as well. Their acids are not too strong, so if you have a sensitive skin you can use it with no problem. Mash some blueberries and apply them on your skin.

2. Kiwi

It contains high amount of Vitamin C and works great as an exfoliant. You can use it for dry skin. Put the mashed kiwi into a yoghurt. The seeds could be irritating.

3. Orange

This is the most gentle exfoliant among all those citrus fruits. It removes dead skin cells and because it contains Vitamin C, it's also good as an anti-aging mask.

4. Pineapple

This is really good for oily skin. Mash it with honey and leave it on for 15 minutes.

5. Lemon

This is a very strong exfoliant, so you can not use it on your face, but on your body. Mix lemon juice with brown sugar and put it on anywhere on your body.

6.Strawberry

This is a great exfoliant and it also invigorates your blood circulation. Like this, your skin will get back its pinkish color. You can use it on your decolletage too. Mash some strawberries and apply them on your skin.

7. Apple

Apple contains alpha-hydroxy acid, thus this is one of the most effective exfoliant. Grate it and mix with yoghurt.

8. Mango

Mash it and mix it with honey. Leave it on for 15 minutes.

9. Peach

It's not too strong, so if you have a sensitive skin, you can still use it. Just mash it with fork and apply to your skin.

10. Raspberry

This is also a very gentle exfolaint, but works great on a decolletage. Miy it with yoghurt.

11. Papaya

It contains lots of Vitamin A and C. Cut it in half, remove the seeds, mash the pulp and mix it with cream or yoghurt.

12. Apricot

It contains high amount of Vitamin A, thus it is perfect for wrinkles too. Peel it before you mash it.

Source

Femina: Exfoliating fruits

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